2023 Natural Grocers Environmental, Social, and Governance Report

Product Standards & Environmental Sustainability We have a long-established belief that nutrition is the foundation of good health. Our product standards and nutrition education are evidence-based and research-backed. Our company continues to work within the industry to drive higher product standards.

We continue to demonstrate industry leadership in product standards and are the only national grocery retailer in the United States delivering: 100% certified organic produce More than 50% organic across all products Bulk products are 100% non-GMO and 65% certified organic More than 65% non-GMO across all products 100% pasture-raised dairy 100% free-range eggs 100% humanely raised and sustainably sourced meats 60% certified to environmental or social sustainability sourcing standards Products may not contain artificial colors, flavors, preservatives or sweeteners, or partially hydrogenated or hydrogenated oils

Product Standards Overview

Our company has a legacy of rigorous product standards and culture of continuous improvement of these standards. We make every effort to base our standards on the latest relevant scientific evidence to support the sustainability and health of the food system, our Crew, and our communities. We offer our customers an average of approximately 21,000 Stock Keeping Units (SKUs) of natural and organic products per store, including an average of approximately 6,700 SKUs of dietary supplements. We believe our extensive product offering enables our customers to fulfill, with few exceptions, all of their grocery and dietary supplement needs in our stores. We prioritize products and producers with regenerative agriculture practices, and embrace meat and animal standards that nurture the welfare of animals and farming communities. Details about our product standards can be found in the appendix under Product Standards.

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